Faulty goods

[redpepper-1]

I bought via business seller a pair of wellington boots last August. They have now split. I contacted the seller on 27 March, sent them photos and asked for directions re return/refund. They said would speak to the manufacturer. I have chased twice and each time have received same response of checking with manufacturer. 
I can't find how else I can deal with this now so asking for advice. 
All messages have been polite on both sides but I have now said as no resolution after more than 3 weeks that I will take it further. 

[tressygirl]

You cannot report this to eBay as they do not offer warranties or guarantees on items, just that they are just as described on receipt.  If they are not,  a buyer has 30 days under eBay's 30 day MBG,  Money Back Guarantee policy,  to return the item for a full refund.

Was it purchased from a registered UK business, who offered a guarantee and is now not upholding this,  then turn to Citizens Advice for your next steps,  if you wish to take this further. 

I fear it's even too late to claim with your payment provider,  who perhaps would not refund anyway as the item has been / could have been in use for 8 months.

[jckl1957]

For most purchases, you would expect to have some consumer rights for at least 6 months.

However, after 6 months, unless you buy goods with an extended, written guarantee, you are usually out of time to claim a replacement, repair or refund.

Although you wish to take this further, I am not sure exactly what you will be able to do.